Job Search Assistant
Sales Center Manager
Watsco, Inc. • Huntsville, AL 35816 • Posted 3 days ago
Boost your interview chances in seconds
Tailored resume, cover letter, and cheat sheet
In-person • Full-time • Mid Level Manager
Job Highlights
Using AI ⚡ to summarize the original job post
The Sales Center Manager at Baker Distributing is responsible for managing sales and operations at one of our established wholesale HVAC distributorships. This role involves overseeing daily operations, managing inventory, ensuring maximum sales and profitability, and leading a diverse workforce. The ideal candidate will have a passion for sales, operational efficiency, and a deep understanding of the HVAC industry.
Responsibilities
- Represent Baker as a leader in the industry ensuring maximum sales and profitability.
- Determine and monitor inventory stock levels and manage merchandising of sales showroom.
- Manage inventory to ensure proper turns and minimum loss throughout the year.
- Keep abreast of technical developments and changes in product lines, monitor competitive threats and discuss proper response and reaction with Regional Manager.
- Responsible for Center's P L.
- Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, and leading a diversified work force.
- Train and manage a work force including Warehouse, Receiving/Shipping, Delivery, Fleet Drivers, Showroom, Warranty, Counter Sales and Inside Sales personnel.
- Interact with customers, outside salespeople, and vendors.
- Conduct him/herself professionally and courteously in all aspects of interaction with contractors, customers, and employees.
- Coordinate Center training and Company/Center events.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or GED or equivalent years of experience in similar field.
- Minimum 2-4 years operational experience within the HVAC industry and product lines associated with HVAC, preferably in the operations of a wholesale HVAC equipment supply house.
- Proficiency in air conditioning, heating, and ventilation equipment at a wholesale distribution level.
- Proven success in sales, operations, purchasing and inventory management.
- Proven success in managing and mentoring other employees while establishing the Center's business goals.
- Strong interpersonal skills including sales, problem solving, and customer service.
- Ability to read and interpret P L statements.
- Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with skills to multi-task on various levels.
- Must possess the attitude of wanting to learn, teach and lead.
- Mechanical or Technical background.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
- Must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver's License.
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
About Watsco, Inc.
Watsco is a leading HVAC distributor based in Miami, Florida, with over 670 locations across the US, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. The company offers a wide range of HVAC products, including air conditioners, compressors, heat pumps, refrigerants, thermostats, and ventilation equipment, serving both residential and commercial customers. Watsco focuses on digital transformation, innovation, and strategic partnerships to maintain its position as a top player in the industry.
Full Job Description
About Us
Baker Distributing Company is one of the largest distributors of HVAC, refrigeration and food service equipment in the U.S. We have been in business for nearly 75 years; we are visionaries! We are innovating the distribution industry every single day as we transform our company into a world-class supply chain. Our 1,400 employees and 200+ locations serve 50,000 active customers. Our corporate headquarters is in Jacksonville, Fl. and we are a subsidiary of Watsco (NYSE: WSO).
At Baker, we are utilizing emerging technologies and innovations to diversify our portfolio and our service offerings to deliver a best-in-class customer experience.
People are the core of our business -- those who work for us (our employees), those who work with us (our suppliers and vendors) and those we work for (our customers). While some of our employees are the most experienced in the industry, we are always seeking new talent with fresh ideas. If you have a keen sense of respect -- for yourself and others; an unfaltering devotion to integrity; the drive to provide consistency; the tenacity to strive for excellence; and embody the spirit of teamwork, we would love to talk with you.
Job Description
Job Opening: Sales Center Manager at Baker Distributing - Take Charge of Your HVAC Career! Do you have a passion for sales, a knack for operational efficiency, and a love for HVAC? If so, Baker Distributing may have the perfect role for you! We are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Sales Center Manager to lead operations at our Huntsville, AL(438) branch.
As the Sales Center Manager, you'll be responsible for overseeing and improving sales and operations in one of our established wholesale HVAC distributorships. You'll be the driving force behind our team, propelling daily operations, and taking complete ownership of the sales center's success.
And here is what you will need to be successful:
Job Summary
The Sales Center Manager is responsible for managing sales and operations at one of our established wholesale HVAC distributorships that carry multiple brands of equipment, parts and supplies. The goal of this role is to successfully manage the daily operations of all facets of the Sales Center.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Qualifications
Skills
Licensing and Certifications
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Baker Distributing Company is one of the largest distributors of HVAC, refrigeration and food service equipment in the U.S. We have been in business for nearly 75 years; we are visionaries! We are innovating the distribution industry every single day as we transform our company into a world-class supply chain. Our 1,400 employees and 200+ locations serve 50,000 active customers. Our corporate headquarters is in Jacksonville, Fl. and we are a subsidiary of Watsco (NYSE: WSO).
At Baker, we are utilizing emerging technologies and innovations to diversify our portfolio and our service offerings to deliver a best-in-class customer experience.
People are the core of our business -- those who work for us (our employees), those who work with us (our suppliers and vendors) and those we work for (our customers). While some of our employees are the most experienced in the industry, we are always seeking new talent with fresh ideas. If you have a keen sense of respect -- for yourself and others; an unfaltering devotion to integrity; the drive to provide consistency; the tenacity to strive for excellence; and embody the spirit of teamwork, we would love to talk with you.
Job Description
Job Opening: Sales Center Manager at Baker Distributing - Take Charge of Your HVAC Career! Do you have a passion for sales, a knack for operational efficiency, and a love for HVAC? If so, Baker Distributing may have the perfect role for you! We are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Sales Center Manager to lead operations at our Huntsville, AL(438) branch.
As the Sales Center Manager, you'll be responsible for overseeing and improving sales and operations in one of our established wholesale HVAC distributorships. You'll be the driving force behind our team, propelling daily operations, and taking complete ownership of the sales center's success.
And here is what you will need to be successful:
Job Summary
The Sales Center Manager is responsible for managing sales and operations at one of our established wholesale HVAC distributorships that carry multiple brands of equipment, parts and supplies. The goal of this role is to successfully manage the daily operations of all facets of the Sales Center.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Represent Baker as a leader in the industry ensuring maximum sales and profitability.
- Determine and monitor inventory stock levels and manage merchandising of sales showroom.
- Manage inventory to ensure proper turns and minimum loss throughout the year.
- Keep abreast of technical developments and changes in product lines, monitor competitive threats and discuss proper response and reaction with Regional Manager.
- Responsible for Center's P L.
- Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, and leading a diversified work force.
- Train and manage a work force including Warehouse, Receiving/Shipping, Delivery, Fleet Drivers, Showroom, Warranty, Counter Sales and Inside Sales personnel.
- Interact with customers, outside salespeople, and vendors.
- Conduct him/herself professionally and courteously in all aspects of interaction with contractors, customers, and employees.
- Coordinate Center training and Company/Center events.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED or equivalent years of experience in similar field.
- Minimum 2-4 years operational experience within the HVAC industry and product lines associated with HVAC, preferably in the operations of a wholesale HVAC equipment supply house.
- Proficiency in air conditioning, heating, and ventilation equipment at a wholesale distribution level.
- Proven success in sales, operations, purchasing and inventory management.
- Proven success in managing and mentoring other employees while establishing the Center's business goals.
- Strong interpersonal skills including sales, problem solving, and customer service are required.
- Ability to read and interpret P L statements.
- Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with skills to multi-task on various levels.
- Must possess the attitude of wanting to learn, teach and lead.
- Mechanical or Technical background.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
- Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred.
- Must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver's License.
Skills
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate on all levels within internal and external groups.
- Ability to read and interpret P L statements.
- Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with skills to multi-task on different levels.
- Ability to give quality presentations.
- Ability to work independently but meet assigned goals and objectives in designated time frames.
- Must possess the attitude of wanting to learn, teach and lead.
- Strong estimating and negotiation skills
- Excellent customer service mindset with the ability to develop long term relationships.
- Excellent analytical aptitude with a proven ability to analyze/interpret data such as sales and market data
- Strong and creative problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Proactively seeks continuous process and service improvements
- Must be proficient in speaking, reading, and understanding English to ensure full compliance with safety standards, training, policies, and procedures.
Licensing and Certifications
- Valid driver license.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
- Must be able to frequently lift to 50 pounds.
- The employee frequently is required to stand, sit, or walk, climb, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Ability to use a computer keyboard, computer monitor, and telephone for prolonged periods.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- The employee may use equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment.
- Must be able to utilize heavy machinery.
Search for other jobs like this one:
Search for popular related roles:
Call Center Sales Manager jobs in Huntsville, ALSales and Service Center Manager jobs in Huntsville, ALManager - Sales jobs in Huntsville, ALAssistant Manager - Sales jobs in Huntsville, ALSales Store Manager jobs in Huntsville, ALSales/Marketing Manager jobs in Huntsville, ALSales Manager jobs in Huntsville, ALSales/Store Manager jobs in Huntsville, ALManager, Sales Enablement jobs in Huntsville, ALSales Department Manager jobs in Huntsville, AL
Search nearby locations hiring for this role:
Sales Center Manager jobs in Cullman, ALSales Center Manager jobs in Athens, ALSales Center Manager jobs in Boaz, ALSales Center Manager jobs in Guntersville, ALSales Center Manager jobs in Pulaski, TNSales Center Manager jobs in Tullahoma, TNSales Center Manager jobs in Decatur, ALSales Center Manager jobs in Lynchburg, TNSales Center Manager jobs in Scottsboro, ALSales Center Manager jobs in Fayetteville, TN